Solar container outdoor power charging for several hours

4 FAQs about Solar container outdoor power charging for several hours

Can a solar charger charge a phone?

Solar chargers, combined with a power bank or backup battery pack — particularly those that can accommodate through charging (i.e., charging itself while charging devices) — are the best, lightest way to charge your electronic equipment. While most adventurers are looking primarily for a portable phone charger, solar chargers can power:

What is the best portable solar charger for outdoor adventures?

The best portable solar chargers for outdoor adventures feature the BigBlue 28W USB Solar Charger as our overall winner, delivering reliable power for camping, backpacking, and outdoor activities while weighing just over a pound. I'm a science writer who has been covering solar energy and writing about renewable energy for the past ten years.

Are portable solar chargers a viable way to provide electricity outdoors?

Thanks to efficiency advances and cost decreases in solar cells, portable solar chargers are finally proving to be a viable means of providing electricity outdoors. A backcountry user might carry a smartphone, GoPros, headlamp, tablet, camera, headphones, and PLB or GPS devices.

How much does a solar charger cost?

The price of basic solar panels isn't very high, about $70 for our Best Overall pick, the BigBlue 28W USB Solar Charger. If you have an existing backup battery and know you'll be camping out for days and need extra power for your electronics when camp is set up, it's a decent investment.